Students begin the physical construction of their Sunshine Kits, decorating their containers and selecting specific sensory and movement tools to include based on their previous discoveries.
A set of tools for a second grader to track their emotional growth, practice truthfulness, respect personal space, and use effective calming strategies when upset.
A comprehensive toolkit for school leaders to conduct effective classroom walkthroughs aligned with the MA DESE Model Rubric for Classroom Teacher Evaluation.
A daily habit-building system for students to monitor their readiness, preparation, and work effort across all subjects. Includes student trackers and teacher implementation guides to foster accountability and self-regulation.
A collection of resources aimed at promoting staff well-being and work-life balance through low-pressure activities.
A comprehensive lesson exploring the impact of language choice, focusing on professionalism, avoiding microaggressions, and using 'I' statements for conflict resolution.
This lesson empowers students in temporary housing to use their voices for community and self-advocacy. It covers letter writing, school board participation, public speaking at town halls, and connecting with local organizations.
A comprehensive lesson focused on helping students identify emotional triggers and build a personalized toolkit of self-regulation strategies. Students will create a multi-page workbook that serves as their personal 'Calm Code' for navigating stressors.
A comprehensive lesson designed to help homeless high school students navigate complex public benefit systems, understand their rights under McKinney-Vento, and manage the documentation required for stability and post-secondary success.
A 30-minute interactive lesson focused on identifying negative self-talk and reframing mistakes as learning opportunities. Students develop a personal 'Inner Hero' persona to combat self-doubt.
A high-impact, 10-minute school counseling session for 6th graders on defining and setting SMART short-term and long-term goals. Students will learn the SMART criteria and apply it to both academic and personal growth areas.
A mentor-facilitated program designed to build student confidence through positive self-talk, growth mindset exercises, and practical coping strategies. The materials provide a structured but flexible framework for meaningful 1-on-1 sessions.
A social-emotional learning lesson for 1st graders focused on active listening. Students learn to 'echo' back information to improve understanding and build stronger friendships through interactive games and storytelling.
A social-emotional learning lesson for 1st graders to resolve peer conflicts independently using a physical 'Peace Path' on the floor. Students learn to breathe, communicate feelings, listen, and find solutions together.